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Younger people and Parkinson's

Cliff Williams and familyMost people who get Parkinson's are aged 50 or over but younger people can get it too. One in 20 is under the age of 40.

People with Parkinson's who are of working age can face particular challenges.

These can include supporting children and teenagers, needing help and information about work and money, and coping with the emotional effects of being diagnosed at a younger age.

Image right: Cliff Williams, who has Parkinson's, with his family

Younger people's events

We regularly run events for younger people (people of working age) with Parkinson's and their partners, family and carers.

Keep an eye out on our local Parkinson's UK team pages, and on Facebook and Twitter for details of events in your area.

Publications: day-to-day living

Publications giving practical information about coping with day-to-day life with Parkinson's

Publications: carers and family

Free publications for carers and family of people with Parkinson's. Includes illustrated children's books to help explain Parkinson's to children whose parents have the condition

Younger people's groups

Local groups specifically for people of working age affected by Parkinson's - an opportunity to meet others and share information and experiences

Real life stories - working age

People's experiences of living with Parkinson's and continuing to work

Working and employment

Help for people with Parkinson's on employment decisions, benefits and legal rights

Share your experiences of living with Parkinson's

Our online discussion forum is for people with Parkinson's, their carers, family and friends to chat and share experiences.

Everyone affected by Parkinson's is welcome to join.